Hymettus Mountain E-Bike Tour

Athens E-Bike Guided Tour on Hymettus Mountain

5 reviews

from $61.90 per person

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Duration: 5 hours
Meeting point: Gnosis Active Travel, Veikou 131
Cancellation: Free cancellation
Run by: Active Holidays Greece

Overview

This five-hour e-bike ride starts in Koukaki, on the edge of central Athens, and climbs Mount Hymettus. Riders meet their guide in front of the operator's agency at 131 Veikou street, a little further from the lively pedestrian street of Georgaki Olympiou, collect a quality e-bike and helmet, then pedal out through the downtown streets before turning uphill.

The route leaves the bustling city behind. Along the way, travellers pass some of the main historical sights of Athens with time for photos and a bit of history, as reviewers describe, and one recounts a stop for coffee and local cuisine before the return leg. On the climb itself, riders have stopped at a couple of monasteries and taken in views of the city from the mountain slopes. One review describes coming back down through the forest on dirt roads, which made for a fun descent. The ride finishes where it started, in front of the agency.

It suits people who already know how to ride a bike and have moderate fitness. The e-bike assists with the climbing, but the listing still asks for a fairly good shape, and one reviewer flags that a reasonable level of cycle experience is needed. Groups run to a maximum of eight travellers.

From$61.90 per person

Duration5 hours

Rating5.0 from 5 reviews

What's Included

Included

Quality e-bike rental from/to Athens downtown
Helmet
Local tour leader

Not Included

Snacks
Bottled water

Run byActive Holidays Greece

Itinerary

Meet in KoukakiMeet your guide in front of the agency at 131 Veikou street, in the Koukaki neighborhood near the pedestrian street of Georgaki Olympiou, and pick up your bike and helmet.
Ride out of central AthensCycle through the city streets as you leave downtown behind. Riders who took this tour describe passing historical sights and stopping for photos along the way.
Climb Mount HymettusPedal up the mountain on the e-bike, with stops along the way to take in views of Athens.
Return to the meeting pointRide back down and finish at the original meeting point in front of the agency.

BikeIncluded

HelmetIncluded

GuideIncluded

What To Expect From The Tour

A few practical points will make the day go more smoothly, based on the listing and what travellers have reported.

Fitness and pace. The e-bike does some of the work, but the listing asks for a moderate fitness level and a fairly good shape. One reviewer flags that a reasonable level of cycle experience is needed. You need to know how to ride a bike to join.
Getting there. The meeting point is in Koukaki, a short way from the pedestrian street of Georgaki Olympiou. One traveller arrived by local bus and suggests allowing time to reach the meeting point if you are not staying centrally. The listing notes the location is near public transportation.
What is included. The e-bike rental, a helmet, and a local tour leader are covered. Snacks and bottled water are not included, so bring your own or plan to buy something. One review mentions a stop for coffee and local food.
Group feel. The tour caps at eight travellers, and reviewers describe small or even single-pair groups that could ride at their own pace and ask plenty of questions. Several mention guides who point out historical sites, signal turns, and keep track of the group on the way up.

Where this tour sits among 5 tours in Private And Day Trips listed here (from-price per person, USD)

Hymettus Mountain E-Bike Tour (this tour)$61.90
Private E-Bike, Map and Water$67
Private Electric Bike, 3 Hours$80.23
Private E-Bike, 2 Hours 30 Minutes$85.97
Aegina E-Bike and Walking Day Trip$158.18

Weather and timing. The listing states the experience requires good weather, and a weather cancellation comes with a different date or a full refund.
What to wear. A helmet is provided. Bring water, since none is included, and something for the photo stops that reviewers mention throughout the ride.

From$61.90 per person

Rating5.0 from 5 reviews

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Common issues. The listing sets a hard limit of eight travellers and asks for moderate fitness and bike-riding ability, so it is not a fit for everyone: the tour is not wheelchair accessible and is not recommended for pregnant travellers. One reviewer reported a rocky start, with a shop key trouble and a bike needing brake work before the ride, though that was sorted out. The tour runs only in good weather. Snacks and water are not included.

Common Questions

What Is Included In The Price?

The price covers a quality e-bike rental, a helmet, and a local tour leader.

Is Hotel Pickup Included?

The listing does not state hotel pickup. You meet your guide in front of the agency at 131 Veikou street in the Koukaki neighborhood of central Athens and pick up the bike there. Check the booking page for anything further on getting to the meeting point.

How Long Does The Tour Last?

The experience runs five hours, from the meeting point in Koukaki back to the same spot. That includes the ride through central Athens, the climb up Hymettus, and the return to the agency.

Is It Suitable For Beginners Or People Who Cannot Ride A Bike?

You need to know how to ride a bike, and the listing asks for a moderate fitness level and a fairly good shape. The tour is not wheelchair accessible and is not recommended for pregnant travellers.

What Is The Cancellation Policy?

Cancel at least 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Cancel or change anything inside that window and the amount paid is not refunded. Cut-off times follow local time in Athens. If the operator cancels because of poor weather, you get a different date or a full refund.

How Big Are The Groups?

The tour has a maximum of eight travellers. One reviewer ended up riding as a single pair, which allowed a slower pace and plenty of questions, though group size can vary.